Mbappe Misses France Training Due to Injury Ahead of Italy Clash

Real Madrid star Kylian Mbappe was absent from France's training session on Wednesday after suffering a hamstring problem, raising doubts over his availability for the upcoming UEFA Nations League match against Italy.

According to French newspaper L'Équipe, the injury is expected to rule Mbappe out of Thursday's encounter in Milan. However, he could potentially return for France's match against Turkey next Sunday in Bordeaux.

Mbappe becomes the fourth confirmed absentee from the French squad for the Italy clash, joining Pierre Kalulu, Marcus Thuram and Aurelien Tchouameni, who have also been sidelined with injuries, presenting additional challenges for the coaching staff.

France are scheduled to face Italy on Thursday before hosting Turkey on Sunday, November 15, in two important UEFA Nations League fixtures.

France currently lead their group and will secure a place in the quarter-finals, scheduled for next March, if they defeat Italy at the San Siro.